1 . Tall, lean, stooping, dark-complexioned subjects sanguine, choleric temperament. 2 . Generally cheerful disposition but subject to fits of temper though without spitefulness ; variable moods. 3 . Hyperaesthesia of the special senses . 4 . Oversensitiveness to pain which seems insupportable, driving to despair. 5 . III-effects (especially hysteria or insomnia) of sudden mental emotions, especially pleasurable surprises. 6 . Sleeplessness from excessive mental and physical excitement. 7 . Headache, one-sided, as from nail driven into brain ; increases throughout the day ; < open air. 8 . Nervous dyspepsia, sudden attack especially about the menstrual period ; > vomiting ; agonizing yet patient otherwise well. 9 . Toothache > only by ice-cold water. 10 . Modalities : < cold and open air ; excessive joy, etc. Note : Coffee interferes with homoeopathic drug action. Keynote : Excitement.